KISS co-founder Ace Frehley reflected on his 1978 solo hit “New York Groove” in an interview weeks before his death Ace Frehley might be most famous for his work with KISS, but he had one iconic solo hit to his name: 1978’s “New York Groove” from his self-titled solo album.

The flamboyant, New York-born musician Ace Frehley, known for his ‘Space Ace’ KISS persona, has passed away aged 74.

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist for Kiss, has died.

Rocker Ace Frehley, the founding guitarist of KISS who went on to have a successful solo career of his own with hits like “New York Groove,” has died. He was 74.